There is an overwhelming voice in the church today that says that women are better off for staying at home with their children. This is very encouraging to women who do feel called to stay at home with their children - but, it is also incredibly hurtful and isolating to women who feel called to … Continue reading women, you are no less worthwhile to God because you work outside the home
Category: things about the Christian life
On the Baby Stage and Feeling Left Out
One challenge with being in your twenties is that this stage of life often feels like a checklist. You date, get married, have kids, buy a house. Whenever you aren't doing those things, or aren't doing them at the same time as your friends, it's easy to feel left out. Here's my experience... Whit and … Continue reading On the Baby Stage and Feeling Left Out
What I’m Going to Pray For in Light of the Election Results
We need to be on our knees in prayer. An American President doesn't hold ALL the power, but he does have a lot of influence. Our nation will likely see a lot of change, good or bad, in the coming years. There's a lot of fear over the unknown future. Our only hope should be … Continue reading What I’m Going to Pray For in Light of the Election Results
Don’t Worry
For those of you who, like me, need this reminder today (and every day)... This post on Nicole's blog encouraged me so much I wanted to make a reminder of it. Nicole is currently pregnant AND waiting to hear about an adoption placement. In the world's eyes, she has plenty to worry about! I obviously … Continue reading Don’t Worry
Life Update! And a Million Brainpoints about My Time in Colorful Colorado
I feel so bad for leaving you hanging, and leaving this little blog unattended to! I've meant to run in and whip up an update, but usually a behind-the-times blog is intimidating to come back into! Anyways, I have fifteen SPARE minutes that opened up in my life, and I'm feeling accomplished and energetic, so … Continue reading Life Update! And a Million Brainpoints about My Time in Colorful Colorado
Supreme Court Decision
None of my thoughts (though if you read you'll probably figure out where I stand), just links. Please be informed about this decision, as it seems to be a huge emotional axis that is dividing our country. The Southern Baptist Convention 5 Things Jesus Would Say to the Gay Community Top Ten Quotes from the … Continue reading Supreme Court Decision
Perfectionist
Are you a perfectionist? I didn't fully realize how much of a perfectionist I am until this weekend. The temptation is for me to convince myself that I am not a perfectionist, because I know how imperfect I am. Well, isn't that exactly the type of thing a perfectionist would say? I hold myself to … Continue reading Perfectionist
My Health Journey: Part I
Now that my New Zealand series is over (sad day), I am happy to begin sharing about a topic that is more personal, meaningful, and important to me. A lot of changes have occurred in my life over the past few years, including problems, improvements, and ups and downs, and I've been wanting to share … Continue reading My Health Journey: Part I
Weekend Trip to Burlington
Or, The One Where We Celebrate Whit's Birthday SONY DSC Like I mentioned before, I planned a surprise trip to Burlington, Vermont for Whit's birthday. He gave me permission to use some of our vacation money, which is very trusting of him since he had no idea what I was scheming. For weeks, I had … Continue reading Weekend Trip to Burlington
Spring Cleaning
Have you guys ever heard of the 40 Bags in 40 Days Challenge? I heard about it from the blog White House Black Shutters. It's a commitment to clean out different parts of your home (and digital life) for forty days straight. It's not a hard and fast challenge forcing you to fill 40 entire … Continue reading Spring Cleaning
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